GNM stands for General Nursing and Midwifery — a 3-year diploma that qualifies you as a registered nurse under the Indian Nursing Council (INC). It’s one of the fastest, most affordable routes into a nursing career in Assam.
GNM Course Snapshot
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 years |
| Eligibility | 10+2, any stream, minimum 40% marks |
| Recognition | Indian Nursing Council (INC), Assam Nursing Council |
| Typical affiliation | Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences (SSUHS), Guwahati |
| Entrance exam | Not mandatory at most Assam institutes |
What You Study
GNM covers Nursing Foundations, Anatomy & Physiology, Community Health Nursing, Maternal & Child Health (Midwifery), Nutrition, and Pre-Clinical Sciences, backed by hands-on lab and hospital training — for example, St. Martha Institute of Nursing runs six INC-approved labs including a dedicated Nursing Foundation Lab, Community Health Nursing Lab, and Maternal & Child Health Lab.
Career Scope After GNM
GNM graduates can work as Staff Nurses, Community Health Nurses, Ward Sisters, or Industrial Nurses in India, or pursue Post Basic B.Sc Nursing (2 years) to upgrade to a degree and open up supervisory and international roles.
FAQ
Q: Can I do GNM after Arts or Commerce in 12th?
A: Yes — GNM accepts students from any stream (Science, Arts, or Commerce) in 10+2, unlike B.Sc Nursing which requires PCB.
Q: What is the minimum percentage required for GNM admission?
A: A minimum of 40% marks in 10+2, as per INC eligibility norms followed by Assam nursing colleges.
Q: Can I upgrade from GNM to a B.Sc Nursing degree later?
A: Yes, through Post Basic B.Sc Nursing, a 2-year programme for GNM-passed candidates with 50% marks from an INC-recognised institute.
Check GNM eligibility and apply → smgedu.org/nursing